Onslow Recreation Ground

Visiting Onslow Recreation Ground

Onslow Recreation Ground has a large open green space with an exciting playground. Its elevated position offers fantastic views across Guildford. The arboretum next door is a must for those that want to get close to nature.

Parking

small free car park with 12 spaces

Location

Wilderness Road
Guildford
GU2 7QP

A Green Flag park

Onslow Recreation Ground is Green Flag award winner. The awards scheme is the national benchmark standard. It recognises well managed parks and green spaces. To win, parks must meet high standards and have excellent facilities. For further information and to find other Green Flag parks and open spaces, visit the Green Flag Award website (opens new window).

All Green Flag sites must have a management plan. You can request a copy by emailing: parks@guildford.gov.uk

Things to see and do

Playground

swings
slide
see-saw
springers
zip wire
roundabout (flush to the ground)
sandpit
tyre swing
climbing equipment
fenced toddlers' area

Facilities

public toilets
picnic table/benches
pavilion with changing rooms, showers and toilets - available to sports hirers only
scout hut
Onslow Village Tennis Club

Arboretum

Explore the meandering footpaths of Onslow arboretum and journey around the the world in 80 trees. The arboretum is home to a specialist collection of 80 tree species from around the globe.

You can access the arboretum through the recreation ground or from Manor way.